The King has praised the 'professionalism, braveness and humour' of the Irish Guards forward of the regiment's central function in Trooping the Color this Saturday.
Charles praised the Irish Guards as he introduced new colors to Nos. 9 and 12 corporations at Windsor Citadel at this time – the regiment for which his daughter-in-law, the Princess of Wales, grew to become colonel final yr.
The King highlighted the regiment's efforts through the Covid pandemic and its 'important work to fight terrorism in Iraq and strengthen safety throughout Africa'.
The 75-year-old monarch has solely not too long ago returned to public duties whereas he’s nonetheless receiving therapy for an unknown kind of most cancers.
Charles was not standing in Kate's place at this time – as he’s Colonel-in-Chief of the seven Guards regiments within the Family Division, together with the Irish Guards, and the presentation of latest colors is historically made by the Colonel-in-Chief.
King Charles III reviewed the Irish Guards throughout a ceremony at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
King Charles III reviewed the Irish Guards throughout a ceremony at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
King Charles III will meet visitors after the ceremony at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
King Charles III reviewed the Irish Guards throughout a ceremony at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
Britain's King Charles III delivers a speech throughout a ceremony at Windsor Citadel at this time
In a symbolic ceremony at this time, the King touched the brand new flags – the King's Color and the Regimental Color – an indication of their particular standing because the 'Spirit of the Regiment' after they have been consecrated by the Military Chaplain Basic, the Reverend Michael Parker.
In the course of the King's official birthday celebrations this Saturday, the King's Color might be hoisted by No 9 Firm of the Irish Guards through the Trooping the Color ceremony.
Talking through the ceremony, held within the Quadrangle at Windsor Citadel, the King mentioned: 'Lately, the regiment has continued to serve with nice distinction.
'World wide, your accomplishments embrace important work to fight terrorism in Iraq and to strengthen safety throughout Africa by offering high-quality coaching groups to work with native forces.
'At house, you performed an indispensable function in helping civil authorities through the Covid pandemic and, simply final yr, educated Ukrainian forces to allow them to defend their homeland.
'I used to be lucky sufficient to see for myself the spectacular outcomes of this work throughout a go to to Nuk Camp on Salisbury Plain.
'On this ever-changing world, it might be no exaggeration to say that your complete Regiment finds itself enjoying a central function in Defence's contribution to assembly the myriad challenges going through society.
'In all of this, you convey to your duties the mix of professionalism, braveness and humour which has at all times been the hallmark of an Irish Guardsman.'
King Charles III reviewed the Irish Guards throughout a ceremony at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
The brand new colors have been blessed in entrance of King Charles III at Windsor Citadel at this time
King Charles III reviewed the Irish Guards throughout a ceremony at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
King Charles III stands guard throughout ceremonies at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
King Charles III reviewed the Irish Guards throughout a ceremony at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
Irish Guards troopers stand guard with their new colors at Windsor Citadel at this time
King Charles III reviewed the Irish Guards throughout a ceremony at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
In March 2023, Kate takes over as Colonel of the Irish Guards from her husband, Prince William.
The Princess despatched a letter to the regiment apologising for not having the ability to salute and wishing them good luck for the Colonel's Evaluation – the ultimate train for the King's Birthday Parade – which was held in London final Saturday 8 June.
Kate, who’s present process chemotherapy following a most cancers prognosis, expressed her satisfaction in him and mentioned being a Colonel was 'an honour'.
The Princess was represented on the Colonel Evaluation by Basic James Bucknall, who acted as Chief Inspecting Officer for the day within the Princess's absence.
Colors, bearing the regiment's insignia and battle honours, have been initially used to unite troops on the battlefield.
King Charles III reviewed the Irish Guards throughout a ceremony at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
King Charles III reviewed the Irish Guards throughout a ceremony at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
The Band of the Irish Guards, led by the Irish Guards regimental mascot, an Irish wolfhound known as Seamus (Turlogh Mor), is presenting new colors because it marches earlier than King Charles at this time
Irish Guards troopers unveil new flags at Windsor Citadel this afternoon
The Band of the Irish Guards marches at Windsor Citadel forward of King Charles' arrival at this time
The Band of the Irish Guards marches at Windsor Citadel forward of King Charles' arrival at this time
The Band of the Irish Guards marches at Windsor Citadel forward of King Charles' arrival at this time
The Band of the Irish Guards marches at Windsor Citadel forward of King Charles' arrival at this time
The general public is watching the ceremony at Windsor Citadel at this time
They nonetheless accompany troopers on operations, and in addition throughout extra clearly ceremonial duties.
At this time the presentation of latest flags to No 9 and No 12 Firms started with the Band of the Irish Guards marching into Windsor Citadel.
They have been led by the Irish Guards' regimental mascot – an Irish wolfhound named Turlough Mor, however affectionately often known as Seamus.
This Saturday, the King might be accompanied by the Irish Guards Regimental Lieutenant Colonel, Main Basic Sir Christopher Ghika KCVO CBE.
A royal salute might be given and the nationwide anthem might be performed.
In the course of the Colonel's Evaluation final Saturday, Seamus was carried throughout the sq. by a drummer sporting a purple coat. When the troopers lined up, the canine was handed over to the regiment.
Troops participate within the Colonel's Evaluation at Horse Guards Parade in London on June 8
Troopers of the Family Division participate within the Brigade Main's Evaluation in London on 30 Could
2023 – (From left) Prince George, Kate, Prince Louis, Prince William, Princess Charlotte, King Charles and Queen Camilla at Buckingham Palace for Trooping the Color on June 17 final yr
2022 — William, Kate and their kids attend Trooping the Color in London on June 2, 2022
2019 — William and Kate at Trooping the Color with their kids in London on June 8, 2019
The sector officer within the brigade, Lieutenant Colonel James Coleby, rode a white horse named Onyx and gave orders to the regiment.
A mannequin of the royal carriage, similar to the one that can carry the King every week later, arrived at Horse Guards Parade to take the salute at precisely 11am.
The royal salute was fired and the Nationwide Anthem was performed in full. The Family Cavalry and Mounted Band accompanied the carriage across the sq..
The horses marched in pairs in entrance and behind the carriage, with two divisions in entrance and two behind, after which the group lastly marched out of the parade and down the Mall in preparation for the simulated firing of a 41-gun salute, which can happen this Saturday.
A complete of 250 musicians, 20 pipers, 240 army horses and round 1,000 dual-role troopers from the British Military's Family Division took half within the occasion, held final Saturday.
